Workbench JAM PACKED with Functionality // Part 3

We continue on with Part 3 of the "Versatile Workbench" build. In this video we build the drawer storage insert, the router table insert, and install the electrical and dust collection system.

For the inserts I'm just following the plans that lay out the construction step-by-step. Once those are complete I set them aside so I can install the electrical system. This is important because this design is so compact that you actually need the room to be able to access the areas where wires and hoses are run. It is also worth noting that the electrical system is all plug and play meaning you don't have to do any actual wiring (if you don't want to). This makes things approachable and quick to tackle.

The dust collection system is a very compact solution for this workbench. It features a Vacmaster "beast" vacuum which was selected based on it's tiny footprint and massive 5.5 peak hp output. This is paired with a Dust Right separator which will remove the solids from the system. All of that is connected to a total of 3 blast gates around the workbench which act as aux hook ups for hand tools as well as providing dust collection to the router table.

With the core system installed the last step was just to install the inserts into their slots. This build is coming along very nicely and all that is left at this point are the finishing touches like door/drawer fronts, face frame, and glorious paint!

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[Blahnik]

My daughter loves her palm router pacifier.

[jeffeberl]

I would be happy if you just kept building shop tables. This is a great series. Very inspirational for me.

[timpgod]

Seriously, I love the simplisty and yet extreme functionality of this... Someday.. Someday

[jackknows]

Won't be long before your little helper will join in. Excellent project Thanks Travis

[bkelevate]

The more I watch your workbench videos the more I think I need my own.

[texasarchitect]

Good choice on the table saw. I got my Laguna about a year ago and couldn't be happier.

[RWingoS]

Thank you for showing your mistakes and leaving them in your videos. It's nice to see someone do something imperfectly and remember we are all human and make mistakes. 👍

[philgray]

Hi Travis, Great informative video as always. I just realised, I normally don't bother with a great deal of videos with talking, but with yours, I hang on every word. That makes extremely marketable. Very well done. I'm still getting over your tablesaw video, absolutely brilliant

[bryanbatts]

It’s sick!!! Can’t wait to see it painted!!!

[FixItFrench]

I know I’m not going to build this, but I still loved watching the video! Great work 👍🏼

[richiejenkins]

Looking good Travis. The word must be out. Many of the build materials are out of stock. Surge protector, dust collection, vacuum to name a few. Good job. Looking forward to the next update!

[billdoebler]

Looking great and I love the design details. Some things you may consider to help with you're smaller dust collection system. Any parts that you can hard plumb in with PVC will help your air flow rate and system efficiency. The flexible ductwork is handy, but all of the "corrugations" in it are horrible for air flow. Also, minimizing 90-degree elbows, and using the shortest runs of flexible duct just to make your connections will all help to increase your air flow rates too.

[tonytillman]

Glad to see you got your nail gun working again!!

[fbicknel]

Nice work. Good that you have an inspection team as well as extra help with the hand tools.

[danielsternberg]

I just got a dust collection system and I also stuck my face in it. Signs of being a genius!

[andrewwalker]

Combo of track saw and table saw made my life so much easier when building cabinets. It’s easier and my work is more accurate.

[cliffgroce]

I am so happy with the way mine has turned out, all that is left is to finish the t-track! Paint just makes it look awesome!

[briantopping]

I am building the Shmedium version and love it. One thing to keep in mind is the lack of capacity for a cyclone dust collector.

[Ace]

Build inserts, great concept. Going to apply this to my existing bench. Not wanting to start from search has been a big barrier to me improving the functionality of my work bench.

[jimwiskus]

Just incredible! Nice to see your assistants again.